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Tag: Culture War

0 Politics Gender/Identity

Weaponizing the Weaponization of Rape

Pat Johnson in Future of Jewish · 5 Sep

This article discusses the recent events of October 7th and the way sexual violence has been used as a weapon against Israeli women by Hamas fighters during this conflict.

0 Culture Politics

Will John Wayne Ride to Our Emotional Rescue?

Itxu Díaz in Tablet · 24 May

In a discussion reflecting on the importance of patriotism and traditional values in a postmodern world driven by emotions, the text emphasizes the significance of emotional connections to heritage, tradition, and moral codes.

0 Politics Culture

The War on Big Sweetener

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 14 Jul 2023

In this discussion, the focus is on the WHO's classification of aspartame as a potential carcinogen, questioning whether this decision is justified or exaggerated.

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The Public Problems of Private Schools

Sapir · 1 Aug 2022

The author shares their personal experience with their daughter attending an elite private school in New York City.

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What is a Jewish Classicist?

Simon Goldhill in Lehrhaus · 8 Jul 2021

This article explores the role of education in reproducing social norms and promoting social change, particularly in relation to identity politics and the Jewish community.

0 Politics Culture

What Was Brexit Like, Daddy?

David Patrikarakos in Tablet · 6 Feb 2020

On January 31, 2020, after 47 years of membership, the United Kingdom officially left the European Union following the Brexit referendum in 2016.